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   By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — The Information Technology Director of the Islamic Banking and Finance Institute of Nigeria (IBFIN), Muhammad Bello, has been conferred with a fellowship award by the International Leadership Manpower and Management Development (ILMMD-UK) in recognition of his professional accomplishments, leadership qualities and commitment to continuous learning and development. The fellowship was conferred on Bello on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja, at a ceremony attended by stakeholders, professionals and other dignitaries who gathered to witness the conferment and celebrate the achievement. Bello, who is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Information Security and Privacy at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), said the recognition represented an important milestone in his professional journey. He noted that his academic and professional engagements had exposed him to valuable knowledge which he was det...

By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA — Unmi Abubakar, a staff member of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), has been inducted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Administration and Governance (CIPAG). Abubakar was inducted at a ceremony held on Saturday at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja, which attracted distinguished administrators, professionals and experts in public administration and governance. The ceremony, which recognised professional development and excellence in public service, provided an opportunity for participants to emphasise the importance of continuous learning and capacity building among public-sector professionals. Speaking with Newsway Africa after the induction, Abubakar expressed delight over the fellowship, describing it as a significant milestone that would support her career progression and enhance her professional capacity. She said the knowledge gained from the process would be put to practical use in ...

 By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA — Ambassador Dr. Princess Victoria Ibokette, FICRPC, FICSP, D.Peace, has charged graduating students of Model Secondary School, Maitama, Abuja, to embrace intellectual discipline, spiritual grounding and a renewed mindset as they advance into the next phase of their lives. Ibokette, who was honoured as the Mother of the Day, delivered an inspirational address at the school’s 2026 Annual Graduation Ceremony and Party held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the Hall of Fame, Model Secondary School, Maitama. The occasion also provided an opportunity for the school community to celebrate her birthday alongside the graduating students. The school management also acknowledged that Model Secondary School, Maitama, is a beneficiary of the support and interventions of the Victoria Ibokette Foundation, noting that the Foundation had paid the school fees of some students. The management described the Foundation’s contribution to the school as significant ...

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — The Provost of Emirates College of Health Sciences and Technology, Kano (ECOHSAT), Dr. Shuaibu Suleiman, has stressed the importance of continuous learning and professional development, saying the best way to manage human beings is to keep updating oneself. Suleiman stated this while addressing journalists on the sidelines of the 2026 Conference of the Chartered Institute of Human Resources Management, Nigeria, held at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja. He said managing people remained one of the most challenging responsibilities because human beings have different personalities, behaviours, needs and expectations. According to him, “The best way to manage human beings is to keep updating yourself through continuous learning and professional development.” He urged HR professionals and other participants to embrace continuous learning and upskilling, noting that professionals must constantly improve their knowledge and skills to remain ef...

 By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — Nwankwo Francisca has been inducted into the Chartered Institute of Human Resources Management, Nigeria, pledging to apply the knowledge and experience acquired towards improving workplace relationships and promoting effective employee welfare. Francisca formally joined the professional body during its 2026 Annual Conference and Induction Ceremony, held at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja. The ceremony brought together human resources professionals, practitioners and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge and examine emerging trends shaping human resources management in Nigeria. Speaking after her induction, Francisca expressed delight at becoming a member of the Institute, describing the experience as an important step in her professional development. She said the knowledge acquired during the programme would make her more grounded and better equipped to handle responsibilities in her workplace. According to her, the experience ...

By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA — Educationist Fiona Irekpita has joined the growing community of professionals at the Chartered Institute of Human Resources Management, Nigeria, pledging to deploy her knowledge, experience and renewed professional commitment towards adding value to the human resources profession. Irekpita formally joined the Institute during its 2026 Annual Conference and Induction Ceremony, held at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja. The event brought together human resources professionals, practitioners and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge, examine emerging workplace dynamics and deliberate on the future direction of human resources management in Nigeria. Speaking after her induction, Irekpita expressed delight at the opportunity to become part of the professional body, saying the experience had strengthened her resolve to approach her responsibilities with greater focus, enthusiasm and a commitment to adding value. She noted that contin...